Improving urologic care for children with spina bifida
Comp C Spina Bifida Urologic Protocol at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital
This study is all about finding the best ways to help kids with spina bifida manage their bladder and kidney health as they grow up, so they can feel good about themselves and be more independent.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11140258 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the urologic management of children born with spina bifida, a condition that affects bladder and kidney function. The study aims to standardize care practices through a protocol that monitors patients from infancy to age ten, ensuring they receive consistent and effective treatment. By collecting and analyzing data on various interventions and outcomes, the research seeks to identify the best practices for preserving kidney function and promoting bladder control, which are crucial for the patients' self-esteem and independence.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are newborns diagnosed with spina bifida who are receiving care at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital.
Not a fit: Patients with spina bifida who are not receiving care at the participating institution may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved urologic care and better health outcomes for children with spina bifida.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in standardizing care for spina bifida patients, indicating that this approach could yield beneficial results.
Where this research is happening
Nashville, United States
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center — Nashville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Clayton, Douglass Brooks — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Clayton, Douglass Brooks
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.